Intel Core Ultra 5 225T vs Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records 17 head-to-head comparisons between the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T and the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V, and the Ultra 5 225T wins every single one. This is a decisive sweep, though the margin varies dramatically depending on the workload.

The largest victory appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Ultra 5 225T scores 21,971 against the Ultra 7 268V's 10,653. That is a 106.2% advantage, meaning the desktop chip delivers more than double the multi-threaded render performance. A similarly large gap shows in Cinebench R23 single-core: 3,101 versus 1,921, a 61.4% lead. These are not marginal differences; they represent a fundamental performance class separation.

The gap narrows considerably in shorter, lighter workloads. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ultra 5 225T scores 312 versus 293, a 6.5% edge. PassMark single-thread shows 4,348 versus 4,051, a 7.3% lead. These results indicate that for brief, single-threaded tasks, the two processors are much closer in capability, though the Ultra 5 still holds the advantage.

Between those extremes, the Ultra 5 225T maintains consistent leads across the PassMark suite. Data compression shows 233,998 versus 181,443, a 29% advantage. Data encryption delivers 18,289 versus 13,779, a 32.7% lead. Extended instructions score 20,083 versus 15,323, a 31.1% margin. Integer math runs 59,543 versus 42,669, a 39.5% lead, while floating point math shows 82,751 versus 57,628, a 43.6% gap. Prime number finding is 284 versus 192, a 47.9% difference. Multi-thread PassMark shows 25,358 versus 19,297, a 31.4% lead. Physics simulation scores 2,053 versus 1,617, a 27% margin. Random string sorting records 28,774 versus 22,416, a 28.4% gap.

The Cinebench R20 results sit between the R15 and R23 extremes. Multi-core shows 9,227 versus 6,887, a 34% lead. Single-core shows 1,302 versus 972, also a 34% advantage. The consistency of these deltas across different render iterations confirms the Ultra 5 225T's structural superiority in sustained workloads.

Context from the nearest rivals in the database reinforces the picture. The Ultra 5 225T's average benchmark score is 30,468, placing it 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30,422), 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (30,390), and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (30,364). It sits 0.3% behind the Intel Core i5-13600H (30,548). The Ultra 7 268V averages 20,897, essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (20,900), 0.1% behind the Intel Core i5-12600T (20,917), 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7J13 (20,845), and 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (20,826). The average score gap between the two reviewed chips is therefore roughly 9,571 points, a 45.8% difference in aggregate.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V records zero wins in the database.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest delta is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Ultra 5 225T leads by 106.2%, scoring 21,971 versus 10,653.

Q: Is the Ultra 5 225T also faster in single-threaded tests?

A: Yes. It leads in every single-thread measurement. The smallest margins are 6.5% in Cinebench R15 single-core (312 versus 293) and 7.3% in PassMark single-thread (4,348 versus 4,051). The largest single-thread gap is 61.4% in Cinebench R23 single-core (3,101 versus 1,921).

Q: How do their overall average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Ultra 5 225T has an average benchmark score of 30,468, while the Ultra 7 268V averages 20,897. The Ultra 5 225T sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Ultra 7 268V sits in the 74th percentile.

Q: What do the nearest rival comparisons show?

A: The Ultra 5 225T's closest rival is the Intel Core i5-13600H at 30,548, which is 0.3% higher. The Ultra 7 268V's closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE at 20,900, a 0% delta. The two chips occupy entirely different competitive tiers.

Q: Are these processors from the same generation?

A: Both belong to the Core Ultra Series 2, but they use different architectures. The Ultra 5 225T uses Arrow Lake (Arrow Lake-S), while the Ultra 7 268V uses Lunar Lake.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on a 3 nm process node at TSMC, but their underlying architectures diverge sharply. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses the Arrow Lake architecture, specifically the Arrow Lake-S variant, which targets desktop platforms. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V uses the Lunar Lake architecture, aimed at mobile systems.

The core configurations differ structurally. The Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads, meaning no hyperthreading on any core. The Ultra 7 268V has 8 cores and 8 threads, also without hyperthreading. The Ultra 5's two additional cores contribute directly to its multi-threaded dominance, but the architecture itself also plays a role.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. Both chips list 192 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: the Ultra 5 225T has 3 MB per core, while the Ultra 7 268V has 2.5 MB per core. Shared L3 cache shows a larger gap: 20 MB on the Ultra 5 versus 12 MB on the Ultra 7. The Ultra 5's larger cache pool supports higher sustained throughput in data-heavy workloads.

The integrated graphics solutions differ completely. The Ultra 5 225T includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 16 execution units. The Ultra 7 268V includes Arc 140V graphics, a more capable integrated GPU. For CPU-bound benchmarks, this difference does not affect scores, but it indicates different intended use cases for the iGPU.

Memory support also differs. The Ultra 5 225T uses DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The Ultra 7 268V's memory support is listed as dependent on the motherboard, with dual-channel configuration but no recorded bandwidth figure in the database.

PCIe connectivity shows a significant divergence. The Ultra 5 225T provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 7 268V provides Gen 5 with only 4 lanes from the CPU. This reflects their different platforms: the desktop Arrow Lake chip has ample room for expansion cards and storage, while the mobile Lunar Lake chip is constrained by its BGA package.

Transistor counts and die sizes are only recorded for the Ultra 5 225T: 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. No comparable figures exist for the Ultra 7 268V in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core Ultra 5 225T | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |

|----------------|--------------------------|--------------------------|

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 10 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 17 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1851 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| L2 cache | 3 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 20 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory bandwidth | 102.4 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe lanes (CPU) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 4 Lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU | Arc 140V |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2024-12-31 | 2024-09-23 |

| Part number | Unknown | SRPMLSRPMX |

The base clock favors the Ultra 5 225T by 0.30 GHz, but the boost clock favors the Ultra 7 268V by 0.10 GHz. The TDP difference is stark: 65 W versus 17 W. The Ultra 5 consumes substantially more power, which aligns with its desktop orientation and higher sustained performance. The Ultra 7's 17 W rating indicates an efficiency-focused mobile design.

The socket difference is absolute. The Ultra 5 225T uses Intel Socket 1851, a desktop LGA platform. The Ultra 7 268V uses Intel BGA 2833, a soldered mobile package. Neither processor is overclockable, as both have locked multipliers.

Both processors lack ECC memory support. Both use dual-channel memory buses. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins every recorded benchmark, so its use cases are straightforward. It dominates multi-threaded rendering workloads, as shown by the 106.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core. It also wins heavily in computational math: floating point (43.6% lead), integer math (39.5%), prime number finding (47.9%), and extended instructions (31.1%). For data compression and encryption, the leads are 29% and 32.7% respectively. Physics simulation shows a 27% advantage. The Ultra 5 is the clear choice for desktop builds where CPU throughput is the priority.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V does not win any benchmarks in this comparison. However, its specification sheet points to where it could be preferred in a system-level context. Its 17 W TDP is far lower than the Ultra 5's 65 W. The mobile BGA 2833 socket indicates it is designed for laptops where power draw and heat dissipation are critical constraints. Its Arc 140V integrated graphics are more capable than the Ultra 5's 16EU Arc Xe-LPG solution, which matters for thin-and-light notebooks without discrete GPUs. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is technically higher than the Ultra 5's 4.90 GHz, though the benchmark data shows the Ultra 5 still wins in single-threaded tests.

The market segments confirm this split: the Ultra 5 225T is a desktop part, the Ultra 7 268V is a mobile part. A builder selecting a desktop CPU would choose the Ultra 5. A system integrator designing a low-power laptop would choose the Ultra 7, despite its lower benchmark scores, because the power envelope and socket requirements align with mobile platforms.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T outperforms the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V in every recorded benchmark. The average benchmark score difference is 9,571 points (30,468 versus 20,897), and the percentile ranking gap is 8 points (82nd versus 74th). For any workload measured in this database, the Ultra 5 225T delivers more performance.

The choice between these two processors therefore depends entirely on platform requirements, not performance. The Ultra 5 225T is a desktop processor with 10 cores, 20 MB of L3 cache, 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and a 65 W TDP. It belongs in a Socket 1851 desktop motherboard with DDR5 memory. The Ultra 7 268V is a mobile processor with 8 cores, 12 MB of L3 cache, 4 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and a 17 W TDP. It belongs in a BGA 2833 laptop board.

A desktop builder should select the Ultra 5 225T without hesitation. It wins every benchmark, offers more cores, more cache, more memory bandwidth, and more PCIe lanes. A laptop designer should select the Ultra 7 268V because the 17 W TDP and BGA package are suited to portable systems, even though the benchmark scores are lower. The two chips do not compete for the same chassis.

The release dates differ by about three months, with the Ultra 7 268V launching on 2024-09-23 and the Ultra 5 225T on 2024-12-31. Both remain Active in production. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

In summary: the Ultra 5 225T wins on performance, the Ultra 7 268V wins on efficiency and mobile integration. The database records zero benchmark wins for the Ultra 7, so any performance-focused build must use the Ultra 5.